Desire Is Sad

William Topley · Other Songs - William Topley

I look at you, I look at her with much regret

Another life is strange

The sinners come, with penance wet

And try to force change

But our fortune's set in stone



She's got beauty

And she's famed for being so cruel



And I said I won't be too late

I said I won't be too high

To find out what your sweet thing wants

And I said I won't be too lame

I said I won't be too blind

To ask her what your sweet thing wants

'Cause you may learn to your regret

As I have found to mine

Desire is sad

You know it can be (At least is can become so)



I learnt that she could say goodbye without regret

And how that drives you crazy baby

I learnt that she was ruder than

A marmoset and almost as lazy baby



She's got beauty

And she's famed for being so cruel



Desire is sad I look at you, I look at her with much regret

Another life is strange

The sinners come, with penance wet

And try to force change

But our fortune's set in stone



She's got beauty

And she's famed for being so cruel



And I said I won't be too late

I said I won't be too high

To find out what your sweet thing wants

And I said I won't be too lame

I said I won't be too blind

To ask her what your sweet thing wants

'Cause you may learn to your regret

As I have found to mine

Desire is sad

You know it can be (At least is can become so)



I learnt that she could say goodbye without regret

And how that drives you crazy baby

I learnt that she was ruder than

A marmoset and almost as lazy baby



She's got beauty

And she's famed for being so cruel



Desire is sad I look at you, I look at her with much regret

Another life is strange

The sinners come, with penance wet

And try to force change

But our fortune's set in stone



She's got beauty

And she's famed for being so cruel



And I said I won't be too late

I said I won't be too high

To find out what your sweet thing wants

And I said I won't be too lame

I said I won't be too blind

To ask her what your sweet thing wants

'Cause you may learn to your regret

As I have found to mine

Desire is sad

You know it can be (At least is can become so)



I learnt that she could say goodbye without regret

And how that drives you crazy baby

I learnt that she was ruder than

A marmoset and almost as lazy baby



She's got beauty

And she's famed for being so cruel



Desire is sad

Desire Is Sad

William Topley's "Desire Is Sad" stands as a poignant song in his catalog of English-language recordings. The track reflects the artist's commitment to exploring emotional depth through straightforward musical expression. While specific album details for this recording remain fluid, the song aligns with Topley's broader body of work, which often balances introspective themes with accessible melodies. This piece contributes to a discography that includes varied titles such as "Drake's Drum" and "Blackmail," showcasing a range of moods and narrative styles. Listeners encounter a performance that prioritizes lyrical sentiment and vocal delivery, characteristic of Topley's approach to songwriting. The recording serves as a reminder of the artist's ability to capture complex feelings within a concise musical framework, offering a moment of reflection for those engaging with his music.